August 2015 in “PubMed Central” This study suggests that epithelial-derived Pop-Up Keratinocytes (ePUKs) may be a promising cell source for regenerative medicine due to their specific phenotypic traits and their influence on wound healing.
August 2015 in “MOJ proteomics & bioinformatics” This study suggests that epithelial-derived pop-up keratinocytes (ePUKs) may improve regenerative medicine applications due to their specific phenotype and increased expression of proteins involved in regulating cellular movement and wound healing.
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January 1995 in “The Indian Journal of Animal Sciences” This study observed that buffalo teats have a melanin-rich epidermis, no hair follicles, and a complex structure with specific epithelial and muscular characteristics.
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May 2018 in “The Indian Journal of Animal Sciences” This study suggests that the KAP 7 gene may serve as a potential molecular marker for genetic selection to improve staple length and greasy fleece weight in Rambouillet sheep.
June 2026 in “Indian Journal of Veterinary Medicine” This study found that dogs with alopecia treated with platelet-rich plasma in addition to conventional therapy experienced faster hair regrowth, better coat quality, and higher recovery rates compared to conventional therapy alone.
March 2026 in “The Indian Journal of Animal Sciences” This study on Indian dromedary camel breeds investigated the KRTAP7 protein, finding all four breeds shared an identical gene sequence, with 13 phosphorylation and glycosylation sites influencing hair characteristics, alongside predicted interactions with other biosynthesis-related proteins.
March 2026 in “Indian journal of veterinary and animal sciences research.” This case study found that treating a dog with primary hypothyroidism using oral levothyroxine sodium led to significant clinical improvement within six weeks.
March 2026 in “Indian journal of veterinary and animal sciences research.” In this study, a five-year-old Labrador with pemphigus, characterized by erythematous lesions and confirmed through cytology, was successfully treated with a six-week regimen of oral immunosuppressive azathioprine and supportive medications, resulting in total recovery.
June 2025 in “Deleted Journal” In this case report, two Persian cats with Lynxacarus radovskyi fur mites and symptoms like mild alopecia and pruritus fully recovered after receiving selamectin spot-on treatment monthly for three months.
June 2025 in “Indian Journal of Veterinary Medicine” In this case report, a persistent skin infection in a Bullykutta dog was resolved with a 10-day treatment regimen of Sulphamethoxazole, trimethoprim, omega fatty acids, and topical therapy after previous treatments failed.
February 2025 in “The Indian Journal of Animal Sciences” This study investigated a severe outbreak of mange in a goat herd in North Goa and found that treatment with Ivermectin and other supplements led to complete recovery, highlighting the need for preventive measures in hot, humid regions.
February 2025 in “The Indian Veterinary Journal” This study presented a case of a Labrador Retriever with recurrent skin lesions and confirmed vitamin A-responsive dermatosis after successful treatment with vitamin A therapy, highlighting the importance of considering vitamin A deficiency in primary keratinization disorders.
September 2024 in “The Indian Veterinary Journal” This case report describes a three-month-old male Labrador pup with dermatophytosis, diagnosed through clinical signs and a Woods lamp test, which successfully recovered from the infection with a four-week treatment regimen involving topical and oral therapies.
June 2024 in “Indian Journal of Veterinary Medicine” In this case report, a one-year-old male dog with demodicosis, confirmed by the presence of Demodex canis and Staphylococcus bacteria, was successfully treated using ivermectin, amitraz, cephalexin, and vitamin supplements with liver extract.
May 2024 in “Indian journal of animal sciences/Indian Journal of Animal Sciences” In this study, researchers collected and analyzed morphometric data from 207 Janwal Pashmi dogs in Maharashtra, finding distinct physical traits such as color and ear length, with adult males generally larger in several traits compared to females.
January 2024 in “The Indian Veterinary Journal” In this case study involving a two-month-old crossbred kid, severe skin conditions characterized by alopecia and pruritic lesions were linked to Malassezia yeast and bacteria, and successful treatment was observed with ketoconazole and supportive care.
October 2017 in “The Indian Journal of Animal Sciences” This study found that prolactin gene polymorphism in Changthangi goats showed no significant association with Cashmere quality traits, indicating the need for further research with larger sample sizes.
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December 1992 in “Seminars in cell biology” This review discusses how epidermal Langerhan's cells and dermal cells may influence keratinocyte environments, potentially aiding in the formation of stem cell niches and cellular variety in the basal layer, without providing novel results.
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February 2007 in “Nature” This review explores how adult skin epithelia preserve stem cell populations for hair follicle regeneration and wound healing, but reports no new experimental results.
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February 2010 in “Nature Cell Biology” Basal cell carcinoma mostly starts from cells in the upper skin layers, not hair follicle stem cells.
218 citations
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April 2008 in “Genes & Development” This research discusses how epithelial stem cells in the skin maintain normal homeostasis, contribute to wound repair, and highlights the importance of these processes, as defects can lead to skin diseases including cancers, but provides no new experimental results.
156 citations
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October 2012 in “Seminars in Cell & Developmental Biology” This study found that hair follicle stem cells initially contribute to wound re-epithelialization, but long-lasting epidermal cells are primarily derived from a stem cell population in the isthmus portion of hair follicles.
153 citations
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October 2007 in “Cell Stem Cell” New research suggests that skin cell renewal may not require a special type of cell previously thought to be essential.
143 citations
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September 2008 in “Experimental gerontology” This review discusses the diverse roles and characteristics of epidermal and dermal stem cells in skin regeneration and aging, highlighting their potential applications in regenerative medicine and reports no new clinical results.
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July 2012 in “Cold Spring Harbor perspectives in biology” This article discusses the roles of epidermal stem cells in maintaining skin homeostasis and highlights how deregulation in signaling pathways may lead to cancer, but it reports no new experimental results.
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February 2002 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This review discusses genetic and nutritional causes of hair loss, highlighting that around 90% of treated men show noticeable hair regrowth with a dual inhibitor, while women's hair loss may improve by correcting iron and l-lysine deficiencies.
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April 2008 in “Human Molecular Genetics” This review discusses advances in using molecular tools from skin biology to manipulate adult stem cells for regenerative medicine and reports no new clinical results.
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August 2022 in “Nature communications” This study found that Thy1+ keratinocytes in the basal layer of the interfollicular epidermis play a crucial role in epidermal homeostasis and wound repair, with their ablation impairing these processes.
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January 2016 in “Stem Cells International” This study found that epidermal stem cells in nonglabrous skin are connected to the distal end of the arrector pili muscle, which may play a role in epidermal renewal and wound healing.
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July 2021 in “Cutis” This study reports that military hair-grooming standards have evolved to support inclusivity by addressing racial diversity in hair and skin types, aiming to eliminate the adverse effects of tight hairstyles and reduce racial and gender bias.